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Retailers are transitioning from traditional barcodes to QR codes, which can store more product information like ingredients and allergens. Major retailers like Tesco, L’Oreal, and Unilever are adopting these 2D barcodes. QR codes offer benefits such as accessibility for visually impaired individuals and enhanced customer engagement. The shift is expected to be complete internationally by 2027, with retailers and consumers already adapting to the change.

Courtesy: Courtney Pochin